“Give yourself time, keep in contact with others and don’t

“Give yourself time, keep in contact with others and don’t watch the news too often.” From parent to parent: a guide to getting through coronavirus for parents and carers The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the lives of many parents and carers upside down, creating added anxiety and increased pressure, especially for parents and carers of children with existing mental health problems. [...] Talk to your child The top advice from parents and carers was to keep talking to your child. [...] Explain adults feel the “Check in regularly with your child and help them to understand same too.” what is happening and why.” Check out our page with tips and activities you can do with your child in self-isolation and how you can use this time to start a conversation with them about their mental health. [...] You children you value yourself, need to be healthy to be able to help and support.” and that they can value themselves.” “Give yourself a break, and don’t be so hard on yourself. [...] struggling, talk to “If you ever start to feel like you’re not coping find someone to talk to friends and family, even if it’s a stranger no matter how small you think the problem is.” phone the Samaritans for support.” “Stay in contact with friends and family and remember to talk about your concerns and ask for advice and support.